Drawing instruments trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in drawing instruments was worth $427.8 million in 2024, about 48.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 10% since 2017, and up 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $427.8M | 48.4K t |
| 2023 | $409.4M | 48.1K t |
| 2022 | $422.5M | 43.0K t |
| 2021 | $405.7M | 39.4K t |
| 2020 | $372.7M | 39.3K t |
| 2019 | $403.3M | 85.4K t |
| 2018 | $388.5M | 72.4K t |
| 2017 | $387.8M | 32.2K t |
Top drawing instruments exporting countries
Exports are led by China (49%), the United States (19%) and Germany (8%). 145 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 75%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $208.5M | 49% |
| United States | $79.6M | 19% |
| Germany | $34.5M | 8.1% |
| Vietnam | $20.8M | 4.9% |
| India | $10.5M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $7.7M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $6.4M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $5.8M | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $5.6M | 1.3% |
| France | $5.2M | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $3.8M | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $56.0M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $40.5M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $30.4M | 7.1% |
| Canada | $17.2M | 4% |
| Japan | $15.3M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $13.0M | 3% |
| Mexico | $12.0M | 2.8% |
| France | $12.0M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $11.5M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $9.5M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $9.5M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $8.6M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $24.05 per kg and India $2.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9017.20: Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments. HS 9017 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most drawing instruments?
China exported $208.5 million in 2024, 49% of the world total, followed by the United States (19%) and Germany (8%). In all, 145 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most drawing instruments?
The United States imported $56.0 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United Arab Emirates (9%) and Germany (7%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in drawing instruments?
It was worth $427.8 million in 2024, about 48.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 10% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 145 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of drawing instruments per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $24.05 per kg and India $2.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for drawing instruments?
The HS code for drawing instruments is subheading 9017.20, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9017 page.
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